50s

Richard and wife

Richard

Richard was 53 when he had his SCAD. During his recovery he suffered from anxiety and is investigating coping mechanisms 

Cheryl and husband

Cheryl

After her SCAD Cheryl found support from other patients, which she says was lifesaving

Debbie ice skating

Debbie

Life after SCAD has had ups and downs, but Debbie has rediscovered her love for ice skating

Denise

Denise

Denise's SCAD coincided with strenuous exercise and awful menopause symptoms

Person walking

Clare

Clare felt isolated after her SCAD, but found support that helped her regain confidence

Jenny

Jenny

Jenny had a SCAD while training for a half marathon… and another one 18 months later

Kate

Kate

Kate was working long hours and studying for a Masters when she had her SCAD, aged 52

Karen

Karen

Four weeks after a liver transplant, Karen's life was turned upside down again when she had a SCAD

Carole

Carole

Carole was an incredible mum, says her son Matt, who is raising funds in memory of his mum

Louise and daughters

Louise

Louise was 51 when she had a SCAD and says the support groups provided invaluable support

Nicola

Nicola

After her SCAD, Nicola lost trust in her body, but eventually found a new purpose in her life